The Literary Legacy of Christopher Isherwood in Berlin
Explore the historical residence of Christopher Isherwood, a literary landmark in Berlin that inspired timeless tales of the city's vibrant culture.
Discover the historical residential building of Christopher Isherwood, a celebrated British author known for his captivating depictions of Berlin's vibrant culture in the early 20th century. A must-visit for literature enthusiasts and history buffs alike, this landmark offers a glimpse into the life and times of one of the city's iconic expatriates.
A brief summary to Residential building of Christopher Isherwood
- Nollendorfstraße 17, Berlin, Tempelhof-Schöneberg, 10777, DE
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Take a leisurely walk around the Tempelhof-Schöneberg district to experience the cultural landscape that influenced Isherwood's writing.
- Visit nearby cafes and restaurants for a taste of Berlin's culinary scene, reminiscent of the vibrant lifestyle depicted in Isherwood's works.
- Consider joining a literary walking tour that includes this landmark to gain deeper insights into Isherwood's life and the historical context of his writing.
Getting There
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Public Transport
If you are starting from Berlin Hauptbahnhof (the main train station), take the S-Bahn lines S3, S5, S7, or S9 in the direction of Potsdam or Spandau. Get off at the station 'Zoologischer Garten'. From there, switch to the U-Bahn (subway) and take the U9 line towards Rathaus Steglitz. Get off at the station 'Nollendorfplatz'. After exiting the station, head southeast on Nollendorfstraße for about 5 minutes until you reach Nollendorfstraße 17, where the residential building of Christopher Isherwood is located.
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Walking
If you are near the area of Schöneberg, you can walk to Nollendorfstraße 17. From the Schöneberg Town Hall (Rathaus Schöneberg), head south on John-F.-Kennedy-Platz and continue onto Hauptstraße. After about 10 minutes of walking, turn left onto Nollendorfstraße. Continue walking for another 5 minutes, and you will find the residential building at Nollendorfstraße 17.
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Bus
From the area of Potsdamer Platz, you can take the bus line 200 towards Zoologischer Garten. Get off at the stop 'Nollendorfplatz'. From there, it’s a short 5-minute walk southeast along Nollendorfstraße until you reach Nollendorfstraße 17, the location of Christopher Isherwood's former residence.
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